Introducing the 9Barista Mk.2, a jet-engineered stovetop espresso maker, reimagined with a refined finish, enhanced durability, and superior usability for a truly unmatched brewing experience.
This limited edition release, available exclusively from Black Friday until 1st December, features a precision engraved design, making it a collector’s piece for true espresso enthusiasts.
All Fractal machines will be shipped from 8th December.
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Both variants give you access to our exclusive Fractal Edition, a limited-release 9Barista Mk.2 Pro featuring a precision-engraved design and a certificate of authenticity, signed and individually numbered by William Playford.
Choose your edition:
Fractal Edition | Machine Only:
Fractal Edition | Collector's Bundle:
The Third Wave Machinists is a limited edition, handmade book that celebrates the designers and makers behind today’s most innovative coffee products. It includes a special feature on 9Barista and a dedicated piece on William Playford, highlighting the engineering and creativity driving the third wave coffee movement.
The book is handmade in Berlin and focuses on craftsmanship, independent design, and coffee innovation. It is printed using traditional letterpress for text and offset printing for photographs, offering a beautiful tactile and visual experience.
When you choose your stove type, we’ll supply the heat plate that’s optimised for it. The 9Barista Mk.2 itself doesn’t change between stove types – only the heat plate does.
Induction stoves will receive an induction adaptor plate.
Non-induction stoves will receive the heat transfer plate which can be used on gas, electric, and ceramic stoves.
Our Fractal edition comes with the same warranty as our Mk.2 machines.
For more information about our warranty, please visit our warranty page here.
All of our espresso machines come with import duties and taxes prepaid (these are either included in this price, or displayed at the checkout for you) for fuss-free shipping and speedy delivery.
All our Limited Edition Fractal machines will be shipped from 8th December as they will be made to order and numbered.
Once ready, we use DHL Express service for our espresso machines who typically deliver within 2-4 working days depending on your location.
For more information regarding shipping and delivery, see our dedicated page here.
Third Wave Machinists : the story behind the machine, signed for this release by 9Barista founder and inventor, William Playford.
The Third Wave Machinists is a limited edition, handmade book that celebrates the designers and makers behind today’s most innovative coffee products. It includes a special feature on 9Barista and a dedicated piece on William Playford, highlighting the engineering and creativity driving the third wave coffee movement.
The book is handmade in Berlin and focuses on craftsmanship, independent design, and coffee innovation. It is printed using traditional letterpress for text and offset printing for photographs, offering a beautiful tactile and visual experience.
| Mk.1 Refurbished | 9Barista Mk.1 | Mk.2 Standard | Mk.2 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Sustainable alternative to new, exceptional value | Original design, great value | Daily drinkers, long-term reliability | Performance, visible extraction |
| Durability and Heat Resilience | Silicone thermal break, plastic chimney and 2mm boiler o-ring. | Silicone thermal break, plastic chimney and 2mm boiler o-ring. |
ECOBrass Alloy 30% harder wearing. Steatite ceramic thermal break 500% more heat resilient. Anodised aluminium chimney and handles. 50% large boiler o-ring. |
ECOBrass Alloy 30% harder wearing. Steatite ceramic thermal break 500% more heat resilient. Anodised aluminium chimney and handles. 50% large boiler o-ring. |
| Warranty | 1 year | 2 years | 5 years | 5 years |
| Extraction Consistency | Standard basket, basket cap and portafilter. | Standard basket, basket cap and portafilter. | Standard basket, basket cap and portafilter. | 53 mm IMS basket. Laser drilled Pro basket cap +75% more uniform extractions. Naked portafilter +230% aperture. |
| Finish and feel | Cast finish, minor cosmetic marks, walnut handles | Cast finish, walnut handles | Fully 5-axis machined castings, frosted finish, walnut handles | Fully 5-axis machined castings, frosted finish, anodised aluminium handles |
Espresso Output
40-45g or a large double shot (approx. 40ml).
Brew Pressure
9 Bar
Brew Temperature
93°C
Ground Coffee Weight
17-20g of freshly ground coffee.
Grinder Required
A burr grinder designed for espresso is highly recommended.
Water Required
110-120ml.
Time to Make Espresso from Cold
3 to 6 minutes, depending on the stove.
Time to Make a Repeat Espresso
3 to 6 minutes, depending on the stove.
Recommended Extraction Time
25 - 30 seconds.
Maximum Time on the Stove
8 minutes.
Compatible Stove Types
Gas, induction (with adaptor plate), electric halogen, electric ring, traditional stove (Aga, Rayburn), camping gas stove.
The 9Barista consistently delivers 9 bar of pressure at around 93 °C through our patented twin‑boiler system, far beyond the ~0.5 bar and >100 °C of a moka pot. That makes for real espresso, complete with rich crema and intense flavour.
Yes. Choose the induction option and you will receive an induction adapter plate. The machine itself is the same, only the plate differs.
Absolutely. The Getting Started video walks you step‑by‑step through preparation, dosing (~18 g), water levels, and initial cycles. Follow that, and you'll be dialing‑in excellent espresso in no time.
40-45g or a large double shot (approx. 40ml).
Up to 1 minute.
3 to 6 minutes, depending on the stove.
A burr grinder designed for espresso is highly recommended.
Use 17 to 20 g of coffee and 110 to 120 ml of water for best results.
Pro adds a naked portafilter, IMS precision basket, a stainless steel basket cap, and anodised aluminium handles. Standard includes a regular portafilter, standard 53 mm basket, and silicone basket cap.
The Pro machine is better for those who want a higher level of control and consistency on their espresso shots.
Mk.2 uses fully machined EcoBrass and stainless steel castings, a steatite ceramic thermal break, an anodised aluminium chimney, and a thicker 3 mm boiler O-ring for durability. The look and feel of the Mk.2 machine is more refined than the Mk.1 and offers significant improvements to durability and consistency.
No pre-heat is required. Heat from cold and let the machine do the work.
We offer a range of local payment options based on your region and currency. To find out which payment options are available to you, you should be able to see these on the product page and at the checkout.
Yes, all taxes and import duties are either included in the price or conveniently calculated at the checkout for you for easy shipping.
We ship globally with a few exceptions, see our shipping page for the most accurate information regarding shipping restrictions.
If you're not satisfied with your machine, we offer no-fuss returns. For more details regarding returns please see our full policy here.
For more information about our warranty, see here.
If you need to get in touch with one of our team, you can contact us at hello@9barista.com
9Barista's product safety information can be found here: Important Information Booklet
